Primary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 1
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Rodney Ellis, Commissioner Precinct One
Secondary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 1
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Request for approval of two positions effective August 9, 2025, for the Development and Infrastructure Division.
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Background and Discussion:
Deputy Director Drainage
This position contributes to advancing OCRE's infrastructure priorities, primarily with the Harris County Flood Control District, by aligning capital project delivery with policy goals, ensuring transparency and accountability across external agencies, and bridging the gap between OCRE's internal policy and engineering teams.
Deputy Director of Transportation
The Deputy Director of Transportation is required to provide management and oversight of the delivery of all projects included in the approved five-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for transportation and infrastructure, following the prioritization methodology established by the Capital Planning Group.
Expected Impact:
Deputy Director Drainage
Provide strategic oversight on engineering and capital projects that impact OCRE-particularly those led by the Office of the County Engineer (HCED), Harris County Flood Control District (HCFCD), and Harris County Toll Road Authority (HCTRA)-to ensure they are planned and implemented in a manner that is equitable across historically disadvantaged communities, resilient in design, community-responsive, and technically soun...
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