Primary Department: County Administration
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Diana Ramirez, County Administrator
Secondary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 1
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Commissioner Rodney Ellis
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 possible reappointment of Ellen Cohen, a nominee from the Commissioner of Precinct 1, to the Harris County Women’s Commission for a term ending December 31, 2026.
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Background and Discussion:
The Harris County Women’s Commission was created in March of 2022 with 9 appointed members to serve as an advisory body to the Commissioners Court. The Commission helps lead research, produce reports, engage with the community, and make recommendations to the Court related to economic opportunities and health outcomes of women, of all races and ethnicities and income levels, in Harris County. Members serve two-year terms beginning in January.
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Reappointment to an expired at-large seat, previously appointed by Precinct 1, which will enable continuity of operations and leadership on the board.
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Request by the Office of County Administration for an Executive Session for discussion and possible appointment of At-Large seats 6, 7, 8 and 9 to the Women’s Commission.: Other Action-To appoint the following individuals to At-Large seats on the Harris County Women’s Commission: Ellen Cohen to At-Large Seat 6 for a two year term ending June 14, 2024; Paula Gilmer DesRoches to At-Large Seat 7 for a three year term ending June 14, 2025; Sonia Lopez to At-Large Seat 8 for a two term ending June 14, 2024; And Tammi Wallace to At-Large Seat 9 for a three year term ending June 14, 2025. |
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Anticipated Court Date: 3/27/2025
Anticipated Implementation Date (if different from Court date): N/A
Emergency/Disaster Recovery Note: Not an emergency, disaster, or COVID-19 related item
Contact(s) name, title, department: Daniel Santamaria, Director, OCA - Boards & Commissions
Attachments (if applicable): Nominee’s resume