Legislation Details

File #: 26-2545    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Position Status: Passed
File created: 4/6/2026 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 4/16/2026 Final action: 4/16/2026
Title: Request for discussion and possible action regarding changes to the Office of County Administration (OCA) reporting structure and certain department functions, including an organizational chart that includes two Deputy County Administrator (DCA) positions.
Primary Department: County Administration
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Erica Lee Carter, County Administrator

Secondary Department: Choose an item.
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official:

Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA

Type of Request: Position

Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): N/A

MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request

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Justification for 0% Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A - Not a grant item

Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for discussion and possible action regarding changes to the Office of County Administration (OCA) reporting structure and certain department functions, including an organizational chart that includes two Deputy County Administrator (DCA) positions.
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Background and Discussion:

The Office of County Administration (OCA) is responsible for coordinating countywide operational priorities, supporting Commissioners Court directives, and ensuring that departments operate effectively and efficiently in service to Harris County residents. As the scope and complexity of County operations continue to expand, there is a substantial need for dedicated executive-level operational support to ensure coordination of strategic initiatives, track priority projects, and facilitate communication across departments and leadership teams.

In the lead-up to and since the start of her tenure, the County Administrator has analyzed the OCA structure in the context of Commissioners Court's priorities as reflected in the Strategic Plan and other directives. The updated structure contemplated by the County Administrator reflects that analysis and feedback garnered from Commissioners Court members, their staff, department leadership, and other stakeholders.

OCA is requesting approval ...

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