Legislation Details

File #: 26-5822    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Grant Status: Agenda Ready
File created: 9/2/2026 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 9/17/2026 Final action:
Title: Request by Harris County Resources for Children & Adults for approval to temporarily transfer general funds in the amount of $53,297.98 to fund the cost of eight grant positions pending receipt of the award for the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, and extend associated positions to August 31, 2027.
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Primary Department: Harris County Resources for Children and Adults
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Joel Levine, Executive Director

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

Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA

Type of Request: Transfer of Funds Only

Project ID (if applicable): PAL206_GY27
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Texas Department of Family and Protective Services

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

Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable):
Justification for 0% Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): Choose an item. N/A

Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by Harris County Resources for Children & Adults for approval to temporarily transfer general funds in the amount of $53,297.98 to fund the cost of eight grant positions pending receipt of the award for the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, and extend associated positions to August 31, 2027.
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Background and Discussion:
Preparation for Adult Living (PAL) provides services to youth transitioning out of the foster care system. Current and former foster youth enrolled in Preparation for Adult Living (PAL) services through the HAY Center will receive intensive case management that will aid in their transition to adulthood. Case management services include assistance with housing, employment, education, mentorship, transportation, and other basic needs. PAL 206 is dedicated to Transition and Financial Support Services, formerly Case Management and Aftercare Services.

Expected Impact:
This request is for the salaries and fringes for the six staff members for two months.

Alternative Options:
No alternative options identified.


County Strategic Plan Goal: 6. Help residents achieve housing stability.
County Strategic Plan Objective: W: Transition people experiencing homelessness ...

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