Primary Department: County Administration
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Jesse Dickerman, Interim County Administrator
Secondary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 3
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Tom Ramsey, Commissioner
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Supplemental RCA
Type of Request: Executive Session
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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 Mel Hamous, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 3, to the Harris County Housing Finance Corporation, Position 3, for a term ending May 8, 2027.
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Background and Discussion:
The Harris County Housing Finance Corporation was established on June 30, 1980, pursuant to the Texas Housing Finance Corporations Act as a separate not-for-profit entity. The Corporation is authorized to issue debt for the purpose of supporting affordable single-family home mortgages or interests and providing financing for multi-family housing projects for low and moderate-income owners. The Corporation is led by a nine-member Board of Directors appointed by Harris County Commissioners Court.
Expected Impact:
Appointment to an expired at-large seat, previously appointed by the Commissioner of Precinct 3, which will enable continuity of operations and leadership on the commission.
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