Legislation Details

File #: 26-1930    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Executive Session Status: Passed
File created: 3/9/2026 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 3/19/2026 Final action: 3/19/2026
Title: Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and reappointment of Chara Bowie, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 2, to the Harris County Area Agency on Aging Planning Advisory Council for a term ending March 19, 2029.
Primary Department: County Administration
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Erica Lee Carter, County Administrator

Secondary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 2
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Adrian Garcia, Commissioner

Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular 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 reappointment of Chara Bowie, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 2, to the Harris County Area Agency on Aging Planning Advisory Council for a term ending March 19, 2029.
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Background and Discussion:
The Area Planning Advisory Council advises the Houston/Harris County Area Agency on Aging on matters relating to the development and administration of the area plan; conduct of public hearings; the representation of interests of older persons; review of comment on all community policies, programs and action with respect to older persons. In doing so, the Council shall provide the framework within which the City of Houston and Harris County shall survey health, education and social opportunities, resources, and facilities as they relate to available resources to meet the needs of older citizens and develop plans through appropriate action programs.

Expected Impact:
Reappointment of an expired position assigned to and previously nominated by Precinct 2, which will enable continuity of operations and leadership on the council.

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County Strategic Plan Goal: N/A
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