Request for approval of an interlocal renewal option with The HARRIS CENTER for Mental Health and IDD for Community Mental Health Grant Program for the Office of County Administration for the period of September 1, 2026 - August 31, 2027, at a cost of $4,230,000, Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement.

The Harris Center is the largest provider of mental health and intellectual and developmental disability (IDD) services in the Houston area. This annual funding from Harris County helps keep those community-based services running for people who need them most.

This is a one-year renewal of an existing interlocal agreement — a formal partnership between two government bodies. Harris County would provide $4,230,000 to The Harris Center to support mental health programs in the community. Because this is a government-to-government agreement, it is not required to meet standard minority and women-owned business (MWBE) participation goals.

Key details

• When: Commissioners Court meeting agenda item; check harriscountytx.gov for next scheduled session
• Where: Harris County Commissioners Court, 1001 Preston St, Houston, TX 77002
• Cost: Free to attend; $4,230,000 in public funds being approved
• Parking: Public parking available at 1001 Preston St garage and nearby meters
• Program Period: September 1, 2026 – August 31, 2027

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…

When

Date

June 11, 2026

Address

1001 Preston St, 77002

District

City Council · District I

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The renewal goes through the Commissioners Court approval process. Once approved, the agreement takes effect September 1, 2026. If you want to follow along or weigh in, you can attend or watch the June 11 meeting, or reach out to the county contact listed for this item.

The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD serves as the local mental health authority for Harris County. If you or a neighbor needs mental health services, crisis support, or IDD resources, The Harris Center is a key local resource — separate from this vote, but directly funded by it.