Primary Department: Fire Marshal
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Laurie L. Christensen, Fire Marshal
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Type of Request: Policy
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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for discussion and possible action regarding the adoption of the Harris County Threat & Security Management Leadership Council Governance policy.
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Background and Discussion:
This policy is an update to the Commissioners Court order issued on December 10, 2024 in which the HCFMO was designated as the lead agency for conducting comprehensive threat and security assessments of all county buildings. This policy establishes the governance framework for the Leadership Council's role in guiding and coordinating the development of facility security strategies across Harris County departments and agencies. It applies to all County entities represented on the Council and defines the Council's authority to provide strategic oversight and direction based on security assessment reports prepared by designated subject matter experts.
Expected Impact:
Timely assessment and recommendations to Court on security items.
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County Strategic Plan Goal: 1. Make Harris County safer and more just.
County Strategic Plan Objective: A: Reduce violent crime across the County.
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