Legislation Details

File #: 26-1934    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 possible appointment to the Houston Land Bank Board of Directors, Position 11, for a term ending December 31, 2027.
Primary Department: County Administration
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Erica Lee Carter, County Administrator

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Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular 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 to the Houston Land Bank Board of Directors, Position 11, for a term ending December 31, 2027.
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Background and Discussion:
The Houston Land Bank was established to aid and assist in developing affordable homes in neighborhoods across Houston. The Land Bank is governed by a 13-member board of directors appointed by the City of Houston (seven appointees), Harris County (three), and HISD (three). In August 2026, Commissioners Court approved an interlocal agreement with the Houston Land Bank to foster a cooperative effort to perform land-banking within the geographic boundaries of Harris County.

Expected Impact:
Appointment to an expired, at-large seat previously nominated by Precinct 2, which will enable continuity of operations and leadership on the board.

Alternative Options:

County Strategic Plan Goal: N/A
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Justice/Safety Initiative (Goal 1): N/A
Infrastructure Initiative (Goal 2): N/A
Economy Initiative (Goal 3): N/A
Health Initiative (Goal 4): N/A
Climate/Resilience Initiative (Goal 5): N/A
Housing Initiative (Goal 6): N/A

Additional notes related to the Strategic Plan:

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