Our Voice→Request for approval of a change in contract with Environmental Allies, Inc., in connection with the construction of Lockwood Overpass Parking Lot & Improvements, adding 26 calendar days, with no change in the amount, Job No. 24/0407-4, UPIN 21102MF1SM01, Precinct 2, MWBE Contracted Goal: 25.21%, MWBE Current Participation: 7.25%.EventShow up Harris County Commissioners Court →
Why it matters
Construction projects sometimes need more time to wrap up due to weather, supply delays, or unexpected conditions on the ground. This change gives the contractor 26 more calendar days to complete the Lockwood Overpass Parking Lot work without any added cost to the county.
What's inside
This is a contract amendment — a formal update to an existing agreement between Harris County and Environmental Allies, Inc. It only adjusts the project timeline, not the price. The item also notes that the county set a goal of 25.
21% participation from minority- and women-owned businesses (MWBE), but current participation is at 7.25%.
Key details
- Project: Lockwood Overpass Parking Lot & Improvements
- Change: Adding 26 calendar days, no additional cost
- Precinct: Precinct 2
- MWBE Goal vs. Actual: Goal 25.21% — Current only 7.25%
- Contractor: Environmental Allies, Inc. (Job No. 24/0407-4)
About Harris County Commissioners Court
The Harris County Commissioners Court is the governing body of Harris County, Texas. Led by the County Judge and four precinct commissioners, the court sets the county budget, tax rate, and policies affecting public heal…
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- Date
- June 11, 2026
The Commissioners Court meets at 1001 Preston St in downtown Houston.
- Address
- 1001 Preston St, 77002
- District
- City Council · District I
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How to show up
The amendment goes through Commissioners Court for a public vote. Residents can attend the meeting or watch it online. If you have questions about this specific item, county contact Luis Cabrera is listed as the point of contact.
Actions
• Check the county's meeting agenda for June 11, 2026 to see the full details of this item. • Attend the Commissioners Court meeting at 1001 Preston St if you'd like to observe the vote. • Email Luis.
Cabrera@harriscountytx.gov with questions about this contract change. • Look up the project at Job No.
24/0407-4 or UPIN 21102MF1SM01 for more background. • Follow up after the vote to see whether the amendment was approved.
Show up Harris County Commissioners Court
When you call, you can say: “Hi, I saw "Request for approval of a change in contract with Environmental Allies, Inc., in connection with the construction of Lockwood Overpass Parking Lot & Improvements, adding 26 calendar days, with no change in the amount, Job No. 24/0407-4, UPIN 21102MF1SM01, Precinct 2, MWBE Contracted Goal: 25.21%, MWBE Current Participation: 7.25%." on Community Exchange and want to know how to take part.”
How it connects
This project is in Precinct 2. Neighbors near Lockwood and the overpass area may notice ongoing construction. The MWBE participation rate is worth watching — the county set a goal of 25.
21%, and current participation is much lower at 7.25%.
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