Primary Department: County Administration
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Erica Lee Carter
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Type of Request: Position
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Request by the Office of County Administration for approval to transfer two (2) existing grant-funded Language Access positions to the general fund effective July 25, 2026 at no additional cost.
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Background and Discussion:
In 2024, Commissioners Court approved a two-year, $515,000 award from the Houston Endowment to establish a Language Access Team within the Office of County Administration, with an original grant end date of April 30, 2026. The team was tasked with conducting a comprehensive needs assessment of OCA's services, programs, and language access practices for Harris County residents, and with developing strategies to address identified gaps to better serve limited English proficient residents.
In December 2025, the Court accepted a no cost amendment extending the grant end date-and the two associated positions-to July 31, 2026.
In February 2026, the Court directed OCA to work with prioritized departments-311 (Universal Services), Harris County Public Health, Harris County Public Library, the Office of County Administration, and the Domestic Relations Office-to assess FY2027 budget needs to implement these plans. OCA will work with remaining departments during the FY2028 budget process to ensure county-wide language access compliance.
Expected Impact:
Approval of this request will allow ...
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