Legislation Details

File #: 26-2547    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Discussion Item 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 specific budget proposals during the FY27 budget process to be submitted by departments that report to the County Administrator.
Primary Department: Management and Budget
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Daniel Ramos, Executive Director

Secondary Department: N/A
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: N/A

Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA

Type of Request: Discussion Item

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

Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A
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 specific budget proposals during the FY27 budget process to be submitted by departments that report to the County Administrator.
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Background and Discussion:

The County Administrator has had preliminary discussions with various County stakeholders exploring opportunities for innovations and improvements that could enhance effectiveness in ways that reflect the County's Guiding Principle of "investing responsibly." Accordingly, this item creates an opportunity for Commissioners Court to consider and potentially approve motions directing certain departments reporting to the Office of County Administration to submit specific proposals as part of the FY27 budget process.

Expected Impact:

Potential proposals could enhance effectiveness of County operations in a fiscally responsible manner.

Alternative Options:

Departments will still submit budget proposals, with the potential for fewer opportunities for Court to consider more proactive proposals.

County Strategic Plan Goal: N/A
County Strategic Plan Objective: N/A
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
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