Primary Department: Human Resources and Talent
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Andrea Coughlin Rowley, Chief People Officer
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Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Transmittal
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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Transmittal by Human Resources and Talent of the Family Friendly Workplace Survey results and recommendations concerning Harris County employees caring for young children.
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Background and Discussion:
Following the July 9, 2026, Commissioners Court item concerning employees who care for young children, the County Judge’s Office worked with Commissioners Court offices and Human Resources & Talent (HRT) to review and finalize the survey questions. HRT’s Benefits & Wellness Division administered the anonymous survey. It was launched and communicated to employees on September 14, 2026, and closed on October 2, 2026, after being open for 19 calendar days.
The survey gathered employee feedback on childcare needs and challenges, workplace flexibility, awareness and use of existing County benefits and community resources, and opportunities to better support employees caring for young children. The attached report presents the results, summarizes themes from written responses, and offers recommendations for Court’s consideration.
The recommendations prioritize opportunities to improve awareness of and use of existing resources, and to ensure the consistent application of current workplace practices. Any proposal that requires additional funding or a change to County policy would require a separate evaluation and, as applicable, future Court consideration.
Expected Impact:
This transmittal provides Commissioners Court with employee feedback and recommendations to inform its consideration of family-friendly workplace practices.
Alternative Options:
N/A. This item transmits survey results and recommendations for Commissioners Court’s consideration.
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Additional notes related to the Strategic Plan: N/A
Prior Court Action (if any):
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7/9/2026 |
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Court considered an item requesting a survey of employees caring for young children and a return to Court with findings and recommendations. Confirm the final action recorded for this item before submission. |
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1/5/2021 |
1.4.B |
Court approved a Paid Parental Leave Policy. |
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11/10/2020 |
1.4.B |
Court approved family-friendly workplace policy recommendations, including leave, child care access, breastfeeding support, and mental health support. |
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9/29/2020 |
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Court directed research into family-friendly workplace policy practices. |
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Precinct(s): Countywide
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Anticipated Court Date: 10/15/2026
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Emergency/Disaster Recovery Note: Not an emergency, disaster, or ARPA related item
Contact(s) name, title, department: Sarah Acosta, Director, Benefits & Wellness, Human Resources and Talent
Attachments (if applicable): Family Friendly Workplace Survey Results Report